Elena Osalde is a Mexican–Australian choreographer whose performative background includes poetry, singing, ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary and creative dance.
She has received training and mentorship from Claudia Mangiamele, Andy Howitt, Katrina Rank, Karen Malek, Paul Malek, Kalman Warhaft and Danielle Micich. She holds a Certificate in Dance Teaching, a Creative Dance Teaching Diploma and an MBA.
Elena has undertaken professional development at the Sydney Dance Company Professional Intensive Program, Antony Hamilton’s Practice Lab, and the INCITE Intensive Program by Force Majeure. She has performed at Arts Centre Playhouse, The National Library, and in various community projects across Australia. Her choreographic work has been presented at Fed Square, Kew Courthouse, Kew Renaissance Theatre, Dancehouse, The Art Gallery of Ballarat, and Hillscene Festival.
As a choreographer, Elena values thoughtful movement grounded in reflection and encourages each dancer to find personal relevance in their movement vocabulary.